Henna vs. Temporary Tattoos
Those with keen eyes may have noticed that temporary skin adornments can come in different forms. One of the most popular methods of adding designs to your skin is henna. Henna traditionally refers to the dye made from the henna plant. Twigs and leaves are crushed and made into a paste, which is what most people think of when they think of henna. The paste is then applied to the skin in the same way you would use a marker for several hours. Once the paste dries and is taken off, what is left is a stain, often with an orange to maroon color. Henna can last a few days to a little over a week, depending on...